UNLV will look to improve on its 2-2 record this week when they host San Diego State in Week 6 action at Sam Boyd Stadium on Saturday.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Sportsbooks such as Sportsbook had the UNLV Rebels pegged as 10-point underdogs in this matchup. The total, meanwhile, had yet to be posted as of writing - check the lines shortly.
Earlier, Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game picked a 40-26 victory for the Aztecs. That score may change during the week, if injury or weather factors alter the numbers, so check the college football picks page before game time. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NCAAF matchups here.
San Diego State Aztecs vs UNLV Rebels Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The UNLV Rebels currently sport a record of 2-2, and have posted a corresponding betting slate of 3-1 ATS. The San Diego State Aztecs are 5-0 and 3-2 ATS. Betting totals have seen the UNLV Rebels post a 2-2 over under record this season, while the San Diego State Aztecs have gone 2-2-1 against the number. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and UNLV vs San Diego State injuries news.
According to the Power Rankings here at Odds Shark it's the No. 95-rated UNLV Rebels and the No. 43-rated San Diego State Aztecs in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
Offensively, the game matches up the UNLV Rebels No. 33-ranked offense (36.5 PPG) against a San Diego State Aztecs defense that ranks No. 42 at 21.2 PPG. The UNLV Rebels passing attack has averaged 176 yards per game, less than the San Diego State Aztecs give up through the air (184.4 YPG on average).
In comparing defenses, the San Diego State Aztecs own the league's No. 49-rated front 7 in terms of stopping the run, allowing 132 yards per game when on the road. UNLV, on the other hand, rates No. 6 this week in generating rushing yards at home.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Rashaad Penny tore up the turf for 107 rushing yards in the latest Aztecs game, a 34-28 win over the Huskies at Qualcomm Stadium.
Last time we saw the Spartans, they had no answer for Lexington Thomas as the Rebels rolled to a 41-13 victory at Sam Boyd Stadium.
Next Betting Matchups
San Diego State home to Boise State, Saturday, October 14th
UNLV at Air Force, Saturday, October 14th